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YOUR KIT MAKES
8 Floppy-eared Bunnies
Nothing says spring quite like
this perky duo
12
11 Mandala Coasters
Set your table with these
CROCHET CLUB
retro pretties EXTRA
Welcome…
...to our very first issue of Crochet Club!
12 Teddy Bears
Love our cute bruin family!
14 Parker the Pony
Crochet our friendly horse in
46 Cosy Shrug
Create this simple and
stylish wrap
48 Crested Butte Cowl
Keep out the chill with
an afternoon
This popular technique is the hot ticket in cosy neckwear
crafts and we’ve put together a fantastic 22 Mythical Mermaids
Take a trip to the water’s edge 50 Neon Lights
collection of projects for you to make. You’ll love the Work up this vibrant
28 Adorable Owls cushion cover
lop-eared bunnies featured on our cover (p8), plus there’s These cute characters are a hoot
a sweet teddy bear family (p12) and cute baby bootees BONUS MAKES
30 Digger the Dog
(p34). For a fairytale ending, seek out the beautiful You won’t be able to resist this 58 Spring Throw
mermaids on p22, plus our pastel unicorn friendly pup Make this delightful
chevron design
bag (p38). 32 Dinky Doll
Once you’ve crocheted these quick-makes, head over The perfect present for any RELAX & READ
to the Crochet Club Extra pages which feature a stylish little ones 5 Your Eight-Ball Crochet Kit
shrug (p46), a cosy cowl (p48) and a vibrant cushion to 34 Twinkle Toes 6 Get Hooked
Welcome baby with a pair of 10 Back to Basics
brighten your home (p50). This issue also includes part bespoke bootees
one of Corinne Bradd’s crochet-along to make a fabulous 16 Having a Ball
38 Unicorn Bag 18 Social Circle
blanket – don’t miss it! What’s more, there’s the latest This fairytale friend will keep your 20 The Couture Craft Journal
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24 Reader Offer
(p52), making this a great introduction to the world of 42 Beautiful Bunting 25 Join The Club!
crocheting. Enjoy! Crochet a set of pretty pennants
36 Crochet SOS
44 Crochet-Along Blanket 41 Making is Sharing
Best wishes, CORINNE BRADD Part one of our exciting project 52 Giveaways
Our ace crafter has been
working up some fun projects 55 Eco Dishcloths 53 Book Club
Sarah this issue, from pretty bunting

and a unicorn bag, to useful
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61 Ten-Minute Toppers
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Beginner
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Floppy-eared
Bunnies
Nothing says spring quite like this perky duo
The sights and sounds of EAR

springtime are slowly Make four
making their way into our R Using 4mm hook and Snow
make a magic ring, work 6dc
lives, so that calls for a into ring. Six sts
crochet project to match! R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end.
With co-ordinating blue 12 sts
R Rnd 2: (3dc, 2dc) to end. 15 sts
and purple bodies, these R Rnds 3-6: 1dc in each st to end
bouncing bunnies will put R Rnd 7: (3dc, dc2tog) to end.
a spring in the step of 12 sts
anyone who crosses their R Rnds 8-10: 1dc in each st to end
R Rnd 11: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
path and they make for Nine sts
the cuddliest of toys that R Rnds 12-15: 1dc in each st to end
little ones and adults alike R Fasten off
will enjoy. BODY
Make two
R Using 4mm hook and Mint
Essential Kit (Pansy) make a magic ring, work
6dc into ring. Six sts
YARN: R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end.
Mocha, Mint, Pansy, Rosy, 12 sts
R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to
Snow, Coal
end. 18 sts
Crochet hook, 4mm R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to
From your Crochet Club kit end. 24 sts
PLUS: end. 30 sts
Crochet hook, 4.5mm BUNNIES R Rnd 5: 1dc in each st to end
Safety eyes, 12mm HEAD R Rnds 8-11: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 6: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to
Polyester toy stuffing Make two Note: insert safety eyes between end. 36 sts
R Using 4mm hook and Mocha Rnds 7-8, approx eight sts apart R Rnd 7: (5dc, 2dc in next st) to
Stitch markers make a magic ring, work 6dc R Rnd 12: (5dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 42 sts
Tapestry needle into ring. Six sts 36 sts R Rnds 8-10: 1dc in each st to end
SIZE: R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. R Rnd 13: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 11: (5dc, dc2tog) to end.
12 sts R Rnd 14: (4dc, dc2tog) to end. 36 sts
Height: 14cm
R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to 30 sts R Rnd 12: 1dc in each st to end
USE YOUR YARN KIT end. 18 sts R Rnd 15: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 13: (4dc, dc2tog) to end.
R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to 24 sts 30 sts
end. 24 sts R Rnd 16: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 14: 1dc in each st to end
R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to 18 sts R Rnd 15: (3dc, dc2tog) to end.
end. 30 sts R Rnd 17: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. 24 sts
R Rnd 5: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to 12 sts R Rnds 16-18: 1dc in each st to end
end. 36 sts R Stuff R Rnd 19: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
R Rnd 6: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 18: (dc2tog) to end. Six sts 18 sts
R Rnd 7: (5dc, 2dc in next st) to R Fasten off, weave through rem R Rnd 20: 1dc in each st to end
end. 42 sts sts to close R Fasten off, leaving a short tail
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R Using 4mm hook and Rosy Don’t be shy, we’d love
make a magic ring, work 6dc a little pink blush to the cheeks to see your makes
into ring. Six sts for an extra cute touch?”
R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end.
12 sts SARAH LOUISE READ, DESIGNER facebook.com
/makeittodaymag
end. 18 sts instagram.com
R Rnd 3: 2dc in each of next six ARM TAIL /makeittodaymag
sts, 1dc in each st to end. 24 sts Make four Make two twitter.com
R Change to Mocha R Using 4.5mm hook and Mint R Using 4mm hook and Rosy /makeittodaymag
R Rnd 4: working in back loops (Pansy) make a magic ring, make a magic ring, work 6dc
only 1dc in each st to end work 6dc into ring. Six sts into ring. Six sts
R Rnd 5: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. R Rnd 1: s2dc in each st to end. TO MAKE UP
R Rnd 6: 2dc, (dc2tog) six 12 sts 12 sts Sew Ears to Head. Stuff Body then
times, 1dc in each st to end. R Rnds 2-3: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to sew Head to Body. Using Mint
18 sts R Rnd 4: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 18 sts (Pansy), embroider a nose onto
R Rnd 7: 1dc in each st to end Nine sts R Rnds 3-4: 1dc in each st face. Using Snow yarn embroider
R Rnd 8: (dc2tog) six times, 1dc R Rnds 5-6: 1dc in each st to end to end stitch down side of each eye. Stuff
in each st to end. 12 sts R Rnd 7: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 5: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. Legs and Tail and sew to Body.
R Rnd 9-10: 1dc in each st Six sts 12 sts Very lightly stuff Arms and sew to
to end R Rnd 8: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 6: (dc2tog) to end. Six sts Body using whipstitch. Weave in
R Fasten off, leaving a short tail R Fasten off, leaving a short tail R Fasten off, leaving a short tail all ends
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BRIGHT AND EASY
Mandala
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Essential Kit
YARN:
Rosy, Snow, Mint, Pansy
Coasters
Crochet hook, 4mm
From your Crochet Club kit
Set your table with these
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Yarn: blue, yellow
Stitch markers Design Sarah Hicks’ candy-coloured coasters using yarn from the kit and some
Tapestry needle additional colours from your stash for a variation. Creating a simple coaster is an
SIZE:
ideal introduction to crochet and using a selection of easy stitches you'll soon be
Width: 11cm making a dozen in all the colours of the rainbow. The finished coasters are perfect
for gifts, just stack together, fastened with a length of ribbon and tied in a bow.
USE YOUR YARN KIT
COASTERS
Make six (one in each colour)
R Using 4mm hook and chosen
yarn, make 2ch
R Rnd 1: 6dc in second ch from
hook, join with sl st to first st.
Six sts
R Rnd 2: [4ch, (counts as 1tr, 1ch),
1tr] in next st, 1ch, (1tr, 1ch, 1tr) in
each st to end, join with a sl st
to third of first 4ch. 12 sts
R Rnd 3: sl st to next 1ch sp, 2ch,
yoh, insert hook through 1ch sp,
yoh, pull through, yoh, pull
through first two loops. Two
loops on hook. Yoh, pull
through both loops, 2ch,
(tr2tog in next 1ch sp, 2ch) to
end, join with a sl st to top of
first st
R Rnd 4: sl st to next 2ch sp, [5ch,
(counts as 1tr, 2ch), 1tr] in same
2ch sp, (1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in each 2ch
sp to end, join with a sl st to
third of first 5ch. 24 sts Top Tip: When working into a
R Rnd 5: sl st to next 2ch sp, 1ch, chain space, insert your hook
(1dc, 1htr, 2tr, 1htr, 1dc) in each into the gap under the chain
2ch sp to end, join with a sl st to
first dc. 72 sts and finish stitch as normal
R Fasten off, weave in ends
Beginner
MAKE ME TONIGHT!
Teddy Bears
Use your 8-ball yarn kit to crochet this
adorable family
Are these not the most adorable bears you’ve cast
your eyes upon? Best of all, they can be whipped up R Rnd 12: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnds 2-5: 1dc in each st to end
in no time using all the colours from your exclusive 12 sts R Fasten off, leaving a short tail
crochet kit! Designed by Sarah Louise Read just for R Stuff
R Rnd 13: (dc2tog) to end. Six sts SNOUT
Crochet Club, you can find the patterns for Mummy R Fasten off, weave through rem Make two
and Daddy bear right here, then head online to sts to close R Using 4mm hook and Snow
topcrochetpatterns.com to make the little baby make a magic ring, work 6dc
as a bonus project. BODY into ring. Six sts
Make two R Rnd 1: 2dc into each st to end.
R Using 4mm hook and Mocha 12 sts
Essential Kit MUMMY & DADDY
BEAR
work as for Head from * to **.
30 sts
end. 15 sts
HEAD R Rnds 5-7: 1dc in each st to end R Rnds 3-4: 1dc in each st to end
YARN: Make two R Rnd 8: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Fasten off, leaving a short tail
Mocha, Snow, Chocolate, R * Using 4mm hook and Mocha, 24 sts
Mint, Rosy, Pansy, Coal make a magic ring, work 6dc R Rnds 9-10: 1dc in each st LEG
Crochet hook, 4mm into ring. Six sts to end Make four
From your Crochet Club kit R Rnd 1: 2dc into each st to end. R Rnd 11: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. R Using 4mm hook and Snow
12 sts 18 sts make a magic ring, work 6dc
PLUS: R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnds 12-15: 1dc in each st into ring. Six sts
Buttons end. 18 sts to end R Rnd 1: 2dc into each st to end.
Stitch marker, R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to R Fasten off, leaving a short tail 12 sts
end. 24 sts R Rnd 2: 1dc in each st to end
Tapestry needle R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to EAR R Rnd 3: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
Stuffing end. 30 sts ** Make four Nine sts
USE YOUR YARN KIT R Rnds 5-9: 1dc in each st to end R Using 4mm hook and Snow R Rnd 4: 1dc in each st to end
R Rnd 10: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. make a magic ring, work 6dc R Change to Mocha
24 sts into ring. Six sts R Rnds 5-6: 1dc in each st to end
R Rnd 11: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 1: 2dc into each st to end. R Fasten off, leaving a short tail
18 sts 12 sts
ARM
Make four
R Using 4mm hook and Snow
into ring. Six sts
end. Nine sts
R Rnd 2: 1dc in each st to end
Six sts
R Rnds 4-5: 1dc in each st to end
R Change to Mocha
R Fasten off, leaving a short tail
DRESS
R Using 4mm hook and Pansy
make 24ch, join with a sl st to
first ch to form a ring
R Change to Rosy
R Rnd 1: 1ch, 1dc in each ch to
end, join with a sl st to first ch.
24 sts
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PROJECTS
Mocha yarn, use short tails
when fastening off
R Rnd 2: 1ch, (3dc, 2dc in next st)

to end, join with a sl st to first
ch. 30 sts
to end, join with a sl st to first
ch. 36 sts
R Rnd 4: working in front loops
only 1dc in each st to end, join
with a sl st to first ch
R Rnd 5: 1ch, 1dc, miss two sts, 5tr
in next st, (miss two sts, 1dc,
miss two sts, 5tr in next st) to
last two sts, miss two sts, join
with a sl st to first ch
BOTTOM OF DRESS
R Using 4mm hook and Pansy,
join yarn to any back loop of
Rnd 4 of Dress
R Rnd 1: 3ch in same st (counts
as 1tr), 1tr in each st to end, join
with a sl st to third of first 3ch.
36 sts
R Rnd 2: 3ch in first st (counts as
1tr), 2tr in next st, (1tr, 2tr) to end.
54 sts
WAISTCOAT
make 25ch
R Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
hook, 1dc in each ch to end,
turn. 24 sts
R Row 2: 1ch, (2dc, 2dc in next st)
to end, turn. 32 sts
R Row 3: 1ch, 4dc, 4ch, miss six
sts, 12dc, 4ch, miss six sts, 4dc,
turn. 28 sts (inc chs)
R Row 4: 1ch, (6dc, 2dc in next st)
to end, working in sts and chs,
turn. 32 sts
R Work in foll two-row stripe PROJECT
sequence: Pansy, Mint R Row 2: 1ch, 1dc in each st DESIGNER
R Rows 5-12: 1ch, 1dc in each st
to end, turn
to end
R Rnd 3: dc evenly around edges
Sarah Louise
R Change to Pansy R Fasten off, weave in ends Read
R Rnd 13: 1dc around each of
four sides, join with a sl st to TO MAKE UP
first st Stuff Snout and sew to Head.
R Fasten off, weave in ends Sew Ears on either side of Sew Head to Body. Stuff Arms.
Head. Using Coal, embroider Using whip st, sew Arms to YOUR SNEAK
BOW TIE eyes just above Snout, approx Body. Stuff Legs and sew to PEEK!
two sts apart. Using Body. Wrap length of around Here’s a first look at next
make 5ch
Chocolate, embroider a nose middle of Bow Tie and secure. month’s yarn colours – be sure
R Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
onto Snout Embroider a smile Leave two long ends and tie to get your copy on 24th
hook, 1dc in each st to end.
using Chocolate. Stuff Body. around neck January 2019!
Four sts
Beginner
MAKE A NEW FRIEND!
Parker
the Pony
Crochet our lovely
horse in an afternoon
If you ever dreamed of having a pony as a child, or
know a little girl who wants one, grab your hook
and crochet Heather Gibbs' handsome Parker. With
his fabulous flowing mane, saddle and bridle, he's
all set to go on imaginary rides across the
countryside in search of adventure!
PARKER join with a sl st to form a ring to end

PROJECT THE PONY R Rnd 1: 1dc in each ch to end. R Rnd 20: (3dc, dc2tog) to end.
DESIGNER HEAD 28sts 24sts
R Using 4mm hook and Snow, R Rnds 2-3: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 21: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
Heather make a magic ring, work 6dc R Fasten off, leaving a long tail 18sts
Gibbs into ring. Six sts
R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. EAR
R Note: stuff as you work
12sts Make two 12sts
R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Using 4mm hook and Mocha R Rnd 23: (dc2tog) to end. Six sts
R Fasten off, sew up rem six sts,
Essential Kit
end. 18sts make 3ch
R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to R Row 1: 2htr in third ch from weave in ends
end. 24sts hook, turn. Three sts
YARN: R Rnds 4-7: 1dc in each st to end R Row 2: 2ch (counts as 1tr), 2htr LEGS
Mocha, Snow, Coal, R Change to Mocha in next st, 1htr, turn. Four sts Make four
R Rnd 8-10: 1dc in each st to end R Row 3: 2ch (counts as 1tr), R Using 4mm hook and Coal
Chocolate, Rosy
R Rnd 11: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to htr2tog, 1htr, turn. Three sts make a magic ring, work 8dc
Crochet hook, 4mm end. 30sts R Fasten off, leaving a long tail into ring. Eight sts
From your Crochet Club kit R Insert safety eyes between Rnds R Note: stuff as you work
8-9 approx six sts apart BODY R Rnd 1: working in back loops
PLUS: R Rnd 12: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to R Using 4mm hook and Mocha only, 1dc in each st to end
Yarn, yellow end. 36sts make a magic ring, work 6dc R Change to Snow
Stitch markers R Rnds 13-14: 1dc in each st into ring. Six sts R Rnds 2-3: 1dc in each st to end
Yarn needle R Note: stuff as you work R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. R Change to Mocha
R Rnd 15: (4dc, dc2tog) to end. 12sts R Rnd 4-9: 1dc in each st to end
Toy stuffing 30sts R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Fasten off, leaving a long tail
Black safety eyes, 9mm R Rnd 16: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 18sts
24sts R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to SADDLE
USE YOUR YARN KIT R Rnd 17: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 24sts R Using 4mm hook and Rosy,
18sts R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to make 6ch
R Rnd 18: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 30sts R Rnd 1: 3dc in second ch from
12sts R Rnds 5-7: 1dc in each st to end hook, 3dc, 3dc in next st, work
R Rnd 19: (dc2tog) to end. Six sts R Rnd 8: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. along opposite side of ch as
R Fasten off, sew up rem six sts 24sts folls: 3dc. 12sts
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I first learned to crochet
as a child when my grandmother
taught me both how to do that Africa as well as tiny little hats
and knit. I didn’t keep up with for Innocent’s Big Knit!
either for many years but then After this, I was hooked on
I decided a few years ago to knit crochet! Naturally, I decided first
daffodils in order to raise money to make a throw from granny
for Marie Curie. It was so squares. Buying a book to learn
successful that I then took on the a few new stitches was the next
challenge of knitting poppies for step and that’s how I came to
the British Legion and again this make my flower wreath, as it
was very well received. was completely different to
The following year I changed anything I have done before.
things up a little and designed my I’ve also crocheted lots of
own poppy with felt and buttons. bunting and designed and
I then carried on with my charity hooked two bags and a mobile
crafting by making jumpers, hats phone cover! Catherine Alysia,
and blanket squares for babies in via Facebook
Share The Love

I set up a craft club in our small village in
south-west Scotland as I wanted to share my Are you part of
a crochet club?
passion for crafting. One of the first events we
held was a ‘Learn To Crochet’ night. I had never
tried this before and I loved it! When I started to
experiment, I found that I loved using the Send us a message on
recycled t-shirt yarn. First I made a few items for Facebook @makeittodaymag
myself and started wearing them. Then people
started commenting and I thought why not and let us know all about it!
make this into a business?
Sarah Redman, via Facebook
We’re hooked... We’re
I’m a granny who’s obsessed
with granny squares! I’ve
impressed...
been doing lots of mindless At the moment I’m making
unwinding of garments for the this bed cover from
wool but now I’m working my crocheted hexagons all
way through tons of balls of painstakingly stitched
mohair from the 1980s. My together! We don’t even
daughter donated it to me need to mention the rest of
because she hates it! I’m game my yarn stash – I have two
but it’s proving hard going and 64 litre boxes and a drawer
I’m not quite sure what I’ll turn under the bed full of the
them into yet. Kay Chamberlain stuff plus a large bag of toy
stuffing behind the settee.
Val Geary
We’re inspired...
This is a hair tie that I’ve just finished making for my
daughter, and another recent make is this
adorable monkey! I learnt to crochet over five and
a half years ago and now I love making toys and
little bits for my daughter. I taught myself to knit a
while ago and then I managed to learn crochet the
same way, with a little help from my mother to get
the very basics! Em Day
Crochet Companions
My cat Sancho Buggerlugs, brother to my other feline
friend Sidney Fluff, loves helping out with my crochet. He
even tests the blankets I create! I recently finished a
crochet along project and the second I put it on the
chair to take a picture, he was on it, claiming the
blanket as his own! Linda Bevan, via Facebook
We asked…
What do you enjoy making the most?
GET IN TOUCH!
So far I love making my Absolutely anything that We want to hear all
Scottie dog dishcloths! I’m makes my friends and about your latest
making so many to stock up family smile. projects, news, tips and
for Christmas and they can Gina Guest, via Facebook brand new finds! Let us
be used for your home, your know all about your
pets, your kids - anywhere! I work mostly in corner crochet journey, and
Christine Ghosn, via Facebook to corner crochet so for me even the mishaps along
it has to be blankets!
Toys! Being able to crochet Sandra Drew, via Facebook
the way, at…
makes it so easy to meet
requests! Anything for others. I love facebook.com
Martina Williams, via Facebook seeing them smile! My kids /makeittodaymag
keep demanding one-of-a-kind instagram.com
I love making hats and hats and now my husband is /makeittodaymag
blankets. I’m most proud of starting to ask too!
twitter.com
my toys I think, but I don’t Kit Preston, via Facebook /makeittodaymag
love making them because
my hands get sore working My favourite thing to crochet WRITE TO US:
those tight stitches! has to be toys for my great
Crochet Club, 1 Phoenix Court,
Nicole Peloquin, via Facebook nephews. They go down a treat Hawkins Road, Colchester,
even though I have just started Essex. CO2 8JY
Blankies for dogs! my crocheting journey.
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THE COUTURE
Craft Journal
Hannah Read-Baldrey gives us a
peek into her crafty life and shares
all the things she’s loving right now
H
ello and such a warm welcome, everything I need on hand. My videographer
I’m delighted to be hosting this comes over to an unusually tidy house
very gorgeous column for (especially as I have a four-year-old) and we Catch up with Ha on
Crochet Club! Every month I’ll shoot and gossip and eat and shoot. Perfect! Instagram @coutnnachraft
be sharing what I’m up to and all the things So, as we move into the New Year there is ure
I love – highlighting my favourite crochet always the opportunity to create some sort of My Crochet
designers, fashion and home. For those of new beginning. Last year for me came with its Crush
you who don’t know me, I’m a stylist for own set of rules so I’m hoping for a far more I am in love with Lottie
magazines, bestselling craft author and even keel this year. Although the unexpected and Albert, a video
‘how to & style’ presenter. may always happen, it’s a positive start to the podcast hosted by the
At the beginning of the month, you may year to think of goals and achievements, big talented Lindsay Newns.
have caught me styling a Christmas craft or small. This year I’m all about self-care and She had such a fresh,
spread in Good Housekeeping. We got to shoot wellbeing and I believe creativity can really modern and stylish
at the most gorgeous Edwardian dream help with this. approach to crochet, and
house, near me in South-East London, which Did you know there are proven studies that a colour palette to die for!
is called the White House as every room inside show knitting, crochet and craft in general
is painted that colour. I created a range of are a fantastic way to relax the brain?
handmade Christmas projects including Apparently, the repetitive nature creates a
wreaths, stockings and much more, all using meditative state. So why not take up a new
Hobbycraft products. skill or expand the skill level you have? Taking I’m Making
It was wonderful working with watch brand classes or workshops is a great way to do this Since it seems to be
Olivia Burton, creating a bespoke papercraft as there is also a huge benefit to socialising getting cooler and
cutting bow for their Covent Garden store with other like-minded people. cooler, I am going to
launch. The brand, like me, is obsessed with Living in London there are lots of amazing be making a lovely
everything floral so it seemed only fitting to creative workshop venues at my fingertips. new hat for the
create an elegant pastel coloured design Plus, there is a great website called season. The Miskunn
teeming with flowers. They loved it so much, it obby.co.uk that has comprehensive listings! Beanie Hat pattern is
just gorgeous and is
didn’t get cut! If you live in a smaller town or village, you
available on etsy.com
I’ve also been presenting my latest series of could contact the local council to see if they
videos for Hobbycraft looking at faux foliage, have a list of locations or check out
soap making and fluid pouring. I adore craftcourses.com. If you are a total
presenting – years ago I used to host a crochet addict you’re probably there already!
On My Lust List
comedy night in London which I loved until As a creative person, I also think it’s important Everything from the Anthropologie sale!
I tried to go solo! I totally froze in front of about to be out in the world gaining inspiration
100 people… so presenting is much easier as so every month I’ll create a list of what
you get to stop and start! I create my videos inspires me. Taking A
from home unless I’m working for a studio, Whatever your New Year’s resolutions, Break
which is actually really great as I have make at least one creative!
The beautiful
Elan Café
recently opened
its doors
at Selfridges
London
– a delicious
floral feast for
the senses.
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Tapestry needle
SIZE Take a trip to the water’s edge with
Mermaid: approx. 30cm
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USE YOUR YARN KIT
Unicorns step aside, we have a new magical obsession! The lure of
mermaids has long been the stuff of legend but Hannah Cooper’s
creations have made it real. Made up in perfect pastel tones, you won’t be
able to resist the lure of these crochet sirens. Could they be the most
beautiful handmade toys you’ve ever laid eyes on? Shell yeah!
MERMAID
HEAD, BODY AND TAIL
Make two
R Using 4mm hook and Mocha
into ring. Six sts
12 sts
end. 18 sts
R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to SHELLS ON
end. 24 sts SHOW
R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to Mix it up and adorn your
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R Note: insert safety eyes bakerross.co.uk
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R Rnd 8: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 38-42: 1dc in each st
24 sts to end
R Rnd 9-10: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 15: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 43: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
R Rnd 11: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 12 sts R Change to Rosy (Pansy) 18 sts
18 sts R Rnd 16: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 28: working in front loops R Rnd 44-48: 1dc in each st
R Rnd 12: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 18 sts only (2dc, 2dc in next st) to end. to end
12 sts R Rnd 17: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to 24 sts R Stuff firmly
R Rnd 13: 1dc in each st to end end. 24 sts R Rnd 29: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 49: (1dc, dc2tog) to end.
R Stuff firmly R Rnd 18: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 30: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to 12 sts
R Rnd 14: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 30 sts end. 30 sts R Rnd 50-54: 1dc in each st
Eight sts R Change to Pansy (Mint) R Rnd 31: 1dc in each st to end to end
R Rnd 19-21: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 32: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to R Stuff firmly
R Rnd 22: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. end. 36 sts R Rnd 55: (1dc, dc2tog) to end.
Top tip: Why not 24 sts R Rnd 33-34: 1dc in each st Eight sts
add a little pink R Change to Mocha to end R Rnd 56-58: 1dc in each st
R Rnd 23: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 35: (4dc, dc2tog) to end. to end
blush to the R Rnd 24: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. 30 sts R Rnd 59: (dc2tog) to end.
cheeks for an 18 sts R Rnd 36: 1dc in each st to end Four sts
extra cute touch? R Rnd 25-27: 1dc in each st R Rnd 37: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Fasten off
to end 24 sts
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Make two Ten sts few sts. Sew Fin to Tail. Sew Arms
PROJECT
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(Pansy) make 15ch, turn R Rnd 13: miss next ch, 12dc, 20cm lengths of Mint (Rosy). Hannah
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end, turn. 14 sts R Rnd 15: miss next ch, 14dc. a st, pull loop end through, insert
R Rnd 2: 1ch, 1dc in each st to last 14 sts loose ends through loop and pull
two sts, turn. 12 sts R Fasten off to secure. After outlining hairline,
R Rnd 3: 1ch, one sl st in each of fill in rest evenly
next two sts, 1dc in each st to ARM
end, turn. Ten sts Make four
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end, turn make a magic ring, work 4dc
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Relax & Read
Join he Club!
We look at the benefits of joining
a crochet group and reveal how to
find one... or set up your own
WORDS BY MELISSA HYLAND
H
ow did you first learn to crochet? isolated or lonely and the skills you pick up
While some people are self-taught, from each other are amazing. We are
chances are that most of you were always learning!”
shown how to by a relative, friend, or teacher. “It can be isolating working away by yourself,
Once we've mastered the techniques however, even if you're enjoying your project,” says
many of us may find ourselves doing all our Gemma Scattergood of Girl On Purl Action
projects at home alone – and while there's craft group. “Therefore, a craft meet is ideal
nothing wrong with working on a make in front for meeting like-minded people, gaining
of the TV, it's also nice to meet up with others to inspiration and help if necessary. We jokingly
crochet together over tea, biscuits and the call ours a Monday survival group, that's
latest gossip! necessary to get us through the rest of the
The good news is that you may not have far week! Crochet teaches patience, develops the
to look for a group near you, thanks to imagination and it’s a great way of developing
organisations such as the Knitting & Crochet numerical skills by accident – especially if
Guild which promotes these techniques working on toys!”
around the UK. “Joining a club is a great way to
make new friends who share your love of
crochet,” explains member Susannah
Matthews. “It's also inspiring, as other people's
enthusiasm can help you get your mojo back if
you're feeling a bit uncreative,” adds fellow
member Lindy Zubrairy.
Making friends
Juliet Bernard of UK Hand Knitting agrees with
this: “Our Yarn Doctors recommend joining a
knitting and crocheting group as it has so
many benefits,” she reveals. “These
groups can help people who feel
JOIN A GROUP AND CROCHET
SOMETHING NEW!
“Joining a club is a great way to make new Army hall and pay £1 each month to cover
the hire costs.”
friends who share your love of crochet” So that's the 'where' covered – now you need
to work out the 'when'. “You should choose a
Being part of a club offers the opportunity to Get together day and time that you will be able to make
make projects for good causes – which can If your search comes up empty however, why regularly. Maybe start with once a month
also have personal benefits as well. Loving not start up your own group instead? If you're – you can always build up from there,”
Hands, run by Kate Gaunt, is an organisation not sure where to begin, Juliet has the following Juliet recommends.
that brings crafters together to crochet, knit advice: “First, find out if your local yarn shop Gemma advises being consistent with
and sew for charities around the world. can help put you in touch with others that the place, dates and times of your sessions.
“Finishing a project provides a real sense of might want to start a group.” “Sometimes your group will be busy and at
achievement and a reason to feel proud, plus Next, you'll need a venue. “Choose other times the turnout may be small, but
giving something that you have made for somewhere that is free, such as a local library, people should always be able to find you
someone does feel good,” Kate explains. “A lot church hall or community room,” Lindy no matter what,” she says. Susannah adds,
of our members feel that it provides them with suggests. “Another option is a café with lots of “You should get at least a couple of core
a purpose in life. Even if you can't get out and space – ask the owner's permission first, then people together to start the momentum of
join a group, it's possible to find like-minded request that attendees spend money in there.” meeting regularly.”
people online to share ideas with.” After all, you'll need a restorative cup of tea or It may take a while for your club to really get
coffee with some nibbles as you work, plus by going, but it's worth being patient whilst
Find a group supporting the café you'll be welcomed back making sure to promote it wherever you can.
If you're now ready to dash out with your in the future – win-win all round! “It takes time for word to get out, so don’t
hooks and yarn in search of fellow crocheters, It's worth remembering however that if your expect loads of people from the outset,” Juliet
you may like to check out these web links first group gets really popular, you may have to explains. “Use Facebook to recruit new people
to save you some legwork! “UK Hand Knitting look for a bigger venue. Kate explains, “Our or let them know about your get-togethers
has an interactive map of knitting and crochet Loving Hands group started meeting in a – there are lots of groups on there to tap into.
groups on our website, ukhandknitting.com,” supermarket café until we had too many You can also get your club listed on the UK
reveals Juliet, adding, “It’s worth getting in people coming. We now meet in a Salvation Hand Knitting website to boost your profile.”
contact with the individual organisers first
before you go along.” You can also find an
online map of the Knitting & Crochet Guild's
groups at kcguild.org.uk, and as Susannah
suggests, “It's also worth joining our group at
facebook.com/the-knitting-crochet-guild to
find get-togethers near you.”
According to Gemma, “The best way to find
a local craft group is to search a website like
ravelry.com, which is also a great online
crochet and knitting community. It's worth
asking around at your local yarn store as well
– crafters are sociable people so there is
bound to be at least one around who can
direct you towards a crochet get-together!”
“We don't have a huge amount of Loving
Hands groups yet, but almost every village
and town has some sort of knitting and
crochet club,” adds Kate. “If you don't have a
village Facebook page or forum where you
can ask people, a local hall would also be a
good place to start looking, or a library if you
have one.”
UK HAND KNITTING CAN HELP FIND YOUR NEAREST GROUP
Relax & Read
Finding
“It can take a lot of courage to join a group of strangers,
Crocheters
TRY THESE OTHER LINKS TO SEEK
so you need to provide an accepting space for all” A GROUP NEAR YOU OR SPREAD THE
WORD ABOUT YOUR OWN
Spread the word be super inclusive – at Girl On Purl Action
Lindy suggests putting up posters in local yarn meet-ups we welcome all crafts and skill sets.” Knit Together,
shops (with permission) to let people know Whether you're setting up your own crochet knittogether.info
about your club, and if you want to start a club or joining an existing one, you can enjoy
Loving Hands group, you can contact Kate for your favourite craft with people who Meetup,
a flyer template. “We can also post the details understand the frustration of a dropped stitch, meetup.com
on our forum for everyone to know about,” she or being tempted by 'just one more' ball of
adds. “People don't have to be making things yarn. And who knows – it could be you who Happy Hookers UK,
for charities etc. at the meeting, they can bring helps a beginner to discover their facebook.com/
whatever project they want with them.” lifelong love of crochet. HappyHookersUK
Last but not least, ensure that all of your
members have a good time. “You should set Deramores,
boundaries regarding start and end times, as deramores.com/pages/
well as expected behaviours, especially
when using a public space,” Gemma knitting-groups-finder
advises. “It can take some
people a lot of courage
to join a group of
strangers, especially if
they are not confident
in their work yet, so
you need to provide
an accepting space
for all. On that note,
Beginner
THEY’RE A HOOT!
Adorable Owls
Make just the pair or an entire parliament
If you’re anything like us then merely the sight of these
Essential Kit
end. 30 sts
big-eyed birds will have you reaching for a crochet R Rnd 5: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to
hook. Heather Gibbs’ rather sweet owls are an end. 36 sts
YARN: R Change to Snow
incredibly simple make which you can get started with R Rnds 6-12: 1dc in each st to end
Rosy, Snow, Chocolate,
Pansy, Mocha, Mint straight away, using just yarns from your exclusive kit. R Change to Pansy (Rosy)
You’ll be flying through the pattern in no time at all! R Rnds 13-24: 1dc in each st
Crochet hook, 4mm to end
From your Crochet Club kit R Fasten off, leaving a long tail
PLUS:
Safety eyes, 9mm
OWL BODY AND HEAD WING
EYE Make two Make four
Stitch markers Make four R Using 4mm hook and Mint, R Using 4mm hook and Mocha
Toy stuffing R Using 4mm hook and Mint make a magic ring, work 6dc make a magic ring, work 6dc
make a magic ring, work 8dc into ring. Six sts into ring. Six sts
Tapestry needle into ring leaving a space in R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. R Rnd 1: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to
SIZE: centre of ring for safety eyes to 12 sts end. Eight sts
12cm height fit through. Eight sts R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 2: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to
USE YOUR YARN KIT R Change to Snow end. 18 sts end. Ten sts
R Rnd 1: working in back loops R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 3: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to
only 2dc in each st to end. 16 sts end. 24 sts end. 12 sts
R Fasten off, leaving a long tail R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 4: (5dc, 2dc in next st) to
end. 14 sts
12 sts
PROJECT R Rnd 7: (4dc, dc2tog) to end.
Ten sts
DESIGNER R Fasten off, leaving a long tail
Heather
Gibbs FLOWER
Make two
R Using a 4mm hook and Rosy
(Pansy) make a magic ring,
(one sl st,2ch, 1tr, 1htr, one sl st)
into ring five times. Five
petals made
TO MAKE UP
Using Pansy (Rosy) embroider
lines for feathers on Snow section
of Body. Using Chocolate
embroider a beak. Insert safety
eyes through centre of Eyes then
sew Eyes to face, approx three sts
apart. Stuff Body and Head.
Working through both front and
back layers, sl st top closed.
Oversew top of Wings tog and
fasten off, leaving a long tail. Sew
Wings to either side of Body. Sew
Flower to top right-hand side
of Head
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Beginner
TIME TO GO FOR WALKIES!
Digger the Dog

You won’t be able to resist this friendly pup
A dog is not just for
12 sts
Christmas, particularly R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to
when they’re as cute as end. 18 sts
Digger! With his pink ears R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to
end. 24 sts
and stripy jumper, Sarah R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to
Louise Read’s handsome end. 30 sts
hound really cuts a dash, R Rnd 5: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to
plus he’s also nice and end. 36 sts
simple to make. Grab your R Rnd 7: (5dc, 2dc in next st) to
Crochet Club kit to get end. 42 sts
started, or choose your R Rnd 8: (6dc, 2dc in next st) to
own yarn colours to end. 48 sts
create your unique pup. R Change to Pansy
42 sts
DOG R Rnd 23: (dc2tog) to end. Six sts R Rnd 14: 1dc in each st to end
PROJECT HEAD R Fasten off, weave through rem R Rnd 15: (5dc, dc2tog) to end.
DESIGNER R Using 4mm hook and Snow, sts to close 36 sts
make a magic ring, work 6dc R Change to Mint
Sarah Louise into ring. Six sts EAR R Rnds 16-17: 1dc in each st
Read R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. Make two to end
12 sts R Using 4mm hook and Rosy, R Change to Pansy
R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to make a magic ring, work 6dc R Rnd 18: (4dc, dc2tog) to end.
end. 18 sts into ring. Six sts 30 sts
Essential Kit R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to
end. 24 sts
12 sts
R Rnds 19-21: 1dc in each st
to end
R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Change to Mint
YARN: end. 30 sts end. 18 sts R Rnd 22: (3dc, dc2tog) to end.
Mocha, Mint, Pansy, Rosy, R Rnds 5-7: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to 24 sts
Snow, Chocolate, Coal R Change to Mocha end. 24 sts R Rnd 23: 1dc in each st to end
Crochet hook, 4mm R Rnd 8: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnds 4-8: 1dc in each st to end R Change to Pansy
From your Crochet Club kit end. 36 sts R Rnd 9: (6dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 24-25: 1dc in each st
R Rnd 9: 2dc in each of next 12sts, 21 sts to end
PLUS: 1dc in each st to end. 48 sts R Rnd 10: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 26: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
Toy stuffing R Rnds 10-15: 1dc in each st R Rnd 11: (5dc, dc2tog) to end. 18 sts
Stitch markers to end 18 sts R Rnd 27: 1dc in each st to end
R Rnd 16: (6dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 12: 1dc in each st to end R Fasten off, stuff
Tapestry needle 42 sts R Rnd 13: (4dc, dc2tog) to end.
SIZE: R Rnd 17: 1dc in each st to end 15 sts LEG
18.5 cm R Rnd 18: (5dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 14: 1dc in each st to end Make two
36 sts R Rnd 15: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Using 4mm hook and Rosy,
USE YOUR YARN KIT
R Rnd 19: (4dc, dc2tog) to end. 12 sts make a magic ring, work 6dc
30 sts R Rnd 16: 1dc in each st to end into ring. Six sts
R Rnd 20: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Fasten off R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end.
24 sts 12 sts
R Rnd 21: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. BODY R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to
18 sts R Using 4mm hook and Mocha, end. 18 sts
R Rnd 22: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. make a magic ring, work 6dc R Change to Mint
12 sts into ring. Six sts R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to
R Stuff R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. end. 24 sts
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continuous rounds, place a
R Rnds 4-6: 1dc in each st to end stitch marker at the beginning
R Rnd 7: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. of rounds so you don’t lose your
18 sts
R Rnd 8: 1dc in each st to end place on each first stitch
12 sts
R Change to Mocha
R Rnd 10-16: 1dc in each st to end
end. 15 sts
R Rnd 18-25: 1dc in each st
to end
R Fasten off
ARM
Make two
R Using 4mm hook and Mocha,
into ring. Six sts
12 sts
end. 18 sts
12 sts
R Change to Pansy
R Rnd 6: (dc2tog) twice, 1dc in
each st to end. Ten sts
R Change to Mint
R Change to Pansy
R Change to Mint
R Change to Pansy
R Fasten off
TAIL
R Using 4mm hook and Snow,
into ring. Six sts
Four sts
end. Six sts
end. Eight sts
R Fasten off, leaving a short tail
TO MAKE UP
Sew Ears to Head. Sew Head to
Body. Embroider nose and smile
onto face with Brown, and eyes
with Coal and Snow. Stuff Legs,
Arms and Tail and sew to Body.
Weave in all ends
Beginner
CROCHET A PLAYMATE
Dinky Doll
This happy doll will make a perfect
present for any little ones in your life
Finished with long yarn DOLLY R Rnd 1-3: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 5: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 2tr,
hair just waiting to be HEAD AND BODY R Rnd 4: 2dc in next st, 1dc in tr2tog, (3tr, tr2tog) to end, join
styled, this cheery doll has R Using 3.75mm hook and Rosy each st to end. Seven sts with a sl st to second of first 2ch.
a personality all of her make a magic ring, work 6dc R Rnd 5-10: 1dc in each st to end 24 sts
into ring. Six sts R Change to Yellow R Rnds 6-7: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 1tr
own. Complete the R Rnd 1: 2dc in each st to end. R Rnd 11-13: 1dc in each st to end in each st to end, join with a sl st
project with yarns from 12 sts R Fasten off to second of first 2ch
the kit or work in your own R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 8: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 1tr,
favourite colours, just as end. 18 sts FOOT AND LEG tr2tog, (2tr, tr2tog) to end, join
R Rnd 3: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to Make two with a sl st to second of first 2ch.
designer Hannah Cooper end. 24 sts R Using 3.75mm hook and Mint 18 sts
has added a dash of R Rnd 4: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to make a magic ring, work 6dc R Rnd 9: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 1tr in
yellow. You could even end. 30 sts into ring. Six sts each st to end, join with a sl st
make an entire range of R Rnds 5-8: 1dc in each st to end R Rnd 1: 2dc in next st, (1htr, 1tr) in to second of first 2ch
R Note: insert safety eyes next st, 2tr in next st, (1tr, 1htr) in R Rnd 10: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 2tr,
dresses ready to be between Rnds 5-6, approx four next st, 2dc in each of next two 4ch, miss next four sts, 5tr, 4ch,
changed for every sts apart sts. 12 sts miss next four sts, 2tr, join with a
occasion. Whatever she’s R Rnd 9: (3dc, dc2tog) to end. R Rnd 2: working in back loops sl st to second of first 2ch.
wearing, this character is R 24 sts
Rnd 10: (2dc, dc2tog) to end.
only 1dc in each st to end
R Rnd 3: 3dc, (dc2tog) three
Ten sts
R Fasten off
sure to win a lot of hearts! 18 sts times, 3dc. Nine sts
R Stuff firmly R Rnd 4-5: 1dc in each st to end FLOWER
R Rnd 11: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. R Change to Rosy R Using 3.75mm hook and Yellow
Essential Kit
12 sts R Rnd 6: working in back loops make a magic ring, (4ch, one sl
R Rnd 12: dc2tog to end. Six sts only (1dc, dc2tog) to end. Six sts st into ring) five times. Five
R Rnd 13: 2dc in each st to end. R Rnd 7-10: 1dc in each st to end petals made
YARN: 12 sts R Rnd 11: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Fasten off
Rosy, Snow, Chocolate, R Change to Yellow end. Nine sts
Mocha, Mint, Coal R Rnd 14: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 12-20: 1dc in each st to TO MAKE UP
end. 18 sts end, join with a sl st to first st Stuff Arms and Legs and sew to
From your Crochet Club kit R Rnd 15: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to R Fasten off Body. Place Dress onto doll and
PLUS: end. 24 sts sew Flower onto front. Cut 100
Yarn, yellow R Rnd 16-28: 1dc in each st DRESS 20cm lengths of Mocha. Working
to end R Using 3.75mm hook and Snow along hairline, fold each strand in
Crochet hook, 3.75mm R Change to Coal make 48ch, join with a sl st to half, insert hook around a st, pull
Safety eyes, 10mm R Rnd 29-35: 1dc in each st first ch to make a ring loop end through and insert loose
Polyester toy stuffing to end R Rnd 1: (2ch, 1tr) in next ch, 1tr in ends through loop, pull to secure.
R Rnd 36: (2dc, dc2tog) to end. each ch to end, join with a sl st Once Hairline is outlined, fill in rest,
Tapestry needle 18 sts to second of first 2ch. 48 sts working down either side of centre
SIZE: R Stuff firmly R Rnd 2: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 5tr, parting. Plait each side of hair and
Approx. 23cm in height R Rnd 37: (1dc, dc2tog) to end. tr2tog, (6tr, tr2tog) to end, join secure with yarn. Embroider
12 sts with a sl st to second of first 2ch. mouth using Coal
USE YOUR YARN KIT R Rnd 38: dc2tog to end, join 42 sts
with a sl st to first st. Six sts R Rnd 3: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 4tr,
R Fasten off tr2tog, (5tr, tr2tog) to end, join
with a sl st to second of first 2ch.
ARM 36 sts PROJECT
Make two R Rnd 4: (2ch, 1tr) in next st, 3tr, DESIGNER
R Using 3.75mm hook and Rosy tr2tog, (4tr, tr2tog) to end, sl st Hannah
make a magic ring, work 6dc into 1st tr, join with a sl st to
into ring. Six sts second of first 2ch. 30 sts Cooper
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Keep the kids safe from any shoes to create a
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Sweet Curls
Give your new playmate curlier
hair by swapping out DK for
Drops Alpaca Boucle Yarn.
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Beginner
STEP OUT IN STYLE
Twinkle Toes
Welcome baby with a pair of bespoke bootees
Nothing is more charming
than creating a special
pair of bootees for a new
PROJECT
arrival in the family. DESIGNER
Using the yarns in your
kit, you can get started
Sarah-Jane
straight away, plus with Hicks
a few subtle tweaks,
Sarah Hicks’ pattern can
be easily adapted to suit
a girl or a boy. The Rosy
bootees are perfect for
a newborn’s tootsies,
whilst the Mint pair will
last until they start to
toddle about!
Essential Kit
YARN:
Mocha, Rosy, Snow,
Mint, Pansy
Crochet hook, 4mm
PLUS: BOOTEES to first dc. 42 sts FLOWER
Stitch markers ROSY BOOTEES R Change to Rosy Make two
Tapestry needle Make two R Rnd 4: 1ch, working in back R Using 4mm hook and Snow,
R Using 4mm hook and Mocha loops only 1dc in each st to end, make 3ch
SIZE: make 10ch join with a sl st to first dc R Rnd 1: (tr2tog, 2ch, one sl st) in
Rosy Bootees: 0-6 months R Rnd 1: 2htr in third ch from R Rnd 5: 1ch, 1dc in each st to third ch from hook, (2ch, tr2tog,
- sole length 9cm hook, 1htr in each of next six ch, end, join with a sl st to first dc 2ch, one sl st) in same ch four
Mint Bootees: 6-12 months 5htr in next ch, work along R Rnd 6: 1ch, 10dc, 2htr, (1htr, times. Five petals made
- sole length 10cm opposite side of ch as folls: 1htr htr2tog) six times, 2htr, 1dc in R Fasten off, leaving a long tail
in each of next six ch, 3htr in each st to end, join with a sl st
USE YOUR YARN KIT next ch, join with a sl st to first to first dc. 36 sts TO MAKE UP
st. 22 sts R Rnd 7: 1ch, 10dc, 2htr, (htr2tog) R Use tail to sew Flower to
R Rnd 2: (2ch, 2htr) in next st, 2htr six times, 2htr, 1dc in each st to Bootee. Using Mint embroider a
in next st, 6htr, 2htr in each of end, join with a sl st to first dc. French knot in centre of Flower
next five sts, 6htr, 2htr in each of 30 sts
next three sts, join with a sl st to R Rnd 8: 1ch, 10dc, (htr2tog) five MINT BOOTEES
first htr. 32 sts times, 1dc in each st to end, join Make two
R Rnd 3: 1ch, (1dc, 2dc in next st) with a sl st to first st. 25 sts R Using 4mm hook and Mocha
twice, 6dc, (1dc, 2dc in next st) R Change to Snow make 12ch
five times, 6dc, (1dc, 2dc in next R Rnd 9: rep Rnd 5 Fasten off, R Rnd 1: 2htr in third ch from
st) three times, join with a sl st weave in ends hook, 1htr in each of next eight
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opposite side of ch as folls: 1htr
in each of next eight ch, 3htr in
next ch, join with a sl st to first
htr. 26 sts
R Rnd 2: (2ch, 2htr) in next st, 2htr
in next st, 8htr, 2htr in each of
next five sts, 8htr, 2htr in each of
next three sts, join with a sl st to
first htr. 36 sts
twice, 8dc, (1dc, 2dc in next st)
five times, 8dc, (1dc, 2dc in next
st) three times, join with a sl st
to first dc. 46 sts
R Change to Mint
R Rnd 4: 1ch, working in back
loops only 1dc in each st to end,
join with a sl st to first dc
R Rnd 5: 1ch, 1dc in each st to
end, join with a sl st to first dc
R Rnd 6: 1ch, 11dc, 3htr, (1htr,
htr2tog) six times, 3htr, 1dc in
each st to end, join with a sl st
to first dc. 40 sts
R Rnd 7: 1ch, 11dc, 3htr, (htr2tog)
six times, 3htr, 1dc in each st to
end, join with a sl st to first dc.
34 sts
R Rnd 8: 1ch, 11dc, 1htr, (htr2tog)
five times, 1htr, 11dc, join with a sl
st to first dc. 29 sts
R Rnd 9: rep Rnd 5
HEART
Make two
R Using 4mm hook and Pansy
make 3ch
R Rnd 1: (3tr, 2htr, 1ch, 1tr, 1ch, 2htr,
3tr, 2ch, one sl st) in third ch
from hook. 11 sts
R Rnd 2: 2ch, 2dc in each of next
three sts, 2dc, 1ch, 2dc in next
st, 1ch, 2dc, 2dc in each of next
three sts, 2ch, one sl st in
centre ch
TO MAKE UP
Use tail to sew Heart to Bootee
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I’m crocheting a
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getting wider as I go!
THEA JONES
starting in the correct stitch from
the hook – position a locking stitch
marker into the irst stitch of the
row to help you keep track and
avoid adding in extra stitches.
Tension can also cause
Laura says: It’s very frustrating unintentional variation in size, so if
when you look down at your work the stitch count is accurate it might
and realise it has unintentionally be time to double-check the
increased in width by a few inches. tension. When returning to a
However, you’ll be pleased to hear project, make sure that you are
that there are a couple of quick using the same hook. If you ind
tricks that will help you to stay that the foundation chain at the
on track. start of the project seems a lot
First, it is always wise to count tighter than the rest of the make,
the number of stitches on the row switch up to a hook one or two sizes
you have just worked and double larger for making the foundation
-check that this corresponds with chain and return to the original
the pattern. Be sure that you are hook to continue with the pattern.
“It is always wise to count the number

of stitches on the row you have just
worked and double check that this
corresponds with the pattern”
Q I keep having problems with my crochet

curling up – is there any way to stop this,
or to latten it out afterwards?
JEMIMA REYNOLDS
Sarah says: This can deinitely be Other complicated motifs, like
a problem for some crocheters and mandalas and intricate squares,
there’s a couple of reasons it can oten curl because of the
happen. Firstly, it could be your combinations of diferent stitches
tension – if you crochet with a tight and if it’s Tunisian crochet you’re
grip, then you can ind that your making, then it will deinitely curl
stitches become taut, causing the due to the way the stitches are
curl. Try changing up a hook size made. So what to do? Simply block
(or two) and relax your hands as you your pieces – it’s very easy. If your
work – hopefully your stitches will yarn is acrylic, then pin to shape on
be a little looser and should behave a board or foam mats and carefully
better! Another tip is to just keep give it a quick blast with the steam
going; some patterns curl at the from an iron. If you’ve used natural
beginning and straighten themselves ibres, then dampen and pin gently
out as you continue, particularly to shape. With both methods, leave
those which start with long to dry and you will be let with a
foundation chains. beautiful non-curly project!
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appearing between the
stitches – what am I
doing wrong?
CAROLINE DAY
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know. But double-check
your stitches are right
before you continue.
Another thing that might cause a
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Beginner
CROCHET OUR MAGICAL
Unicorn Bag
This fairytale friend will keep your valuables safe
If you know a young R Row 1: (5dc, 2dc in each of top
unicorn fan, why not gift two sts of Ear, 5dc). 14 sts
R Fasten off
them Corinne Bradd’s R Rep for second Ear then use
pretty shoulder bag? fastened-off tails to sew Ears so
Crocheted in stripes of they fold out slightly
lilac, pink and white from
HORN
your Crochet Club kit, it’s R Using 4mm hook and Pansy
easy to create and the yarn make 16ch
horn and curly mane R Row 1: starting in second ch
make it look extra-special! from hook 1dc in each st to end,
turn. 15 sts
Alternatively, you can R Row 2: 1ch, 1dc in each st to
leave the horn off to make end, turn
this for a keen horse rider. R Row 3: 1ch, 1dc in each st to last
three sts, dc2tog, 1dc, turn. 14 sts
R Row 4: 1ch, 1dc in each st to
end, turn
R Row 5: 1ch, 1dc, dc2tog, 1dc in
Essential Kit each st to end, turn. 13 sts
R Row 6: 1ch, 1dc in each st to
YARN: end, turn
Mocha, Snow, Pansy, Rosy, R Rnd 5 and every odd- each st to last three sts, dc2tog, R Rows 7-30: rep Rows 3-6 six
numbered rnd: 1dc in each st 1dc. 68 sts times. One st
Chocolate, Mint to end R Rnd 31: 3ch in first st (counts as R Fasten off
Crochet hook, 4mm R Rnd 6: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to 1tr), 6tr, tr2tog, (15tr, tr2tog)
From your Crochet Club kit end. 32 sts three times, 1tr in each st to end. FASTENING LOOP
R Rnd 8: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to 64 sts R Using 4mm hook, join Mocha
PLUS: end. 40 sts R Rnd 32: 3ch in first st (counts to fourth st from centre of back
Toy stuffing R Rnd 10: rep Rnd 5 as 1tr), 6tr, tr2tog, (14tr, tr2tog) of Bag, 14ch, 1dc in fourth st on
R Rnd 11: (3dc, 2dc in next st) to three times, 1tr in each st to end. other side of centre of back, 1dc
USE YOUR YARN KIT
end. 50 sts 60 sts in next st, turn
R Work in foll one-row stripe R Rnd 33: 3ch in first st (counts R Row 1: 1dc in each ch of loop to
sequence: Snow, Pansy, Rosy as 1tr), 6tr, tr2tog, (13tr, tr2tog) end, 1dc in next st. 15 sts
R Rnds 12-14: 1dc in each st three times, 1tr in each st to end. R Fasten off
to end 56 sts
R Change to Snow R Change to Mocha EYE
R Rnd 15: (4dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnd 34: 3ch in first st (counts Make two
end. 60 sts as 1tr), 6tr, tr2tog, (12tr, tr2tog) R Using 4mm hook and
R Rnd 16: 1dc in each st to end three times, 1tr in each st to end. Chocolate make 4ch, join with
R Work in foll two-row stripe 52 sts a sl st to form a ring
sequence: Pansy, Rosy R Rnd 35 (start ears): 21dc, * R Rnd 1: 7dc into ring. Seven sts
R Rnds 17-20: 1dc in each st (4ch, 1dc in second ch from R Rnd 2: 2dc in each st to end.
to end hook, 1dc in each of next two 14 sts
UNICORN BAG R Change to Snow ch) **, 13dc, rep from * to ** R Fasten off
R Using 4mm hook and Mocha R Rnd 21: (5dc, 2dc in next st) to once, 1dc in each st to end
make 4ch, join with a sl st to end. 70 sts R Rnd 36: 1dc in each st to end, STRAP
make a ring R Rnds 22-23: 1dc in each st working 3dc in top st of R Using 4mm hook and Mocha
R Rnd 1: 8dc into ring. Eight sts to end each ear make 6ch
R Rnd 2: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Work in foll three-row stripe R Rnd 37: 1dc in each st to end, R Row 1: starting second ch from
end. 12 sts sequence: Pansy, Rosy working 2dc in top st of hook 1dc in each st to end, turn.
R Rnd 3: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to R Rnds 24-29: 1dc in each st each ear Five sts
end. 18 sts to end R Fasten off R Rows 2-44: 2ch, 1tr in each st
R Rnd 4: (2dc, 2dc in next st) to R Change to Snow R Using 4mm hook, join Mocha to end, turn
end. 24 sts R Rnd 30: 1dc, dc2tog, 1dc in to right edge of first Ear R Fasten off
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DESIGNER
Corinne
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LONG CURLS
Make 42 (21 in each colour)
(Mint) * make 16ch, starting
second ch from hook work one
sl st in each ch to end, rep from
* twice. 45 sts
R Fasten off
SHORT CURLS
Make 32 (16 in each colour)
(Mint) * make 11ch, starting
second ch from hook work one
sl st in each ch to end, rep from
* twice. 30 sts
R Fasten off
TO MAKE UP
Fold Horn in half and oversew up
side to make long cone. Lightly
stuff, pin opening closed so seam
sits at back and oversew to front
of Head, between Ears. Thread
long double length of Snow onto
tapestry needle and wind from
base of Horn up, passing yarn
through back seam of Horn with
each turn to hold in place. Fasten
at tip and sew in ends. Use
Chocolate to oversew each Eye to
face, just below wide band of
Snow. Using Snow embroider two
long sts from middle of Eye out.
Embroider nostrils using
Chocolate. Oversew ends of Strap
to top sides of Bag, next to each
Ear. Oversew sets of different
length curls in alternating colours
up back seam of bag to create
mane. Add more short sets to
front of Head to make forelock
Top tip: When

working in the round,
each one needs to
begin with a starting
chain stitch and
finish with a slip
stitch into that chain
to keep the rounds
concentric
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Beginner
GIVE YOUR HOME A POP OF COLOUR WITH
Beautiful
Bunting
Crochet a set of pretty pennants for a
decorative finish
What could be more British than a string of bunting? From outdoor fetes to
parties, it’s an unmissable signal that the festivities have started. Yet it
doesn’t have to be limited to special occasions – it can also be a decorative
feature all year round, such as this pretty set by Corinne Bradd.
Essential Kit
YARN:
Snow, Mint, Pansy
Crochet hook, 4mm
PLUS:
Yarn: turquoise, dark teal
USE YOUR YARN KIT
Top tip: For perfect,

pointy bunting, it’s
worth blocking each
piece once it’s
completely finished.
Spray the crochet
with a little water,
stretch the sides
equally and pin them
on a board or the
arm of a fabric
covered sofa to dry.
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DESIGNER
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EXPLAINING CLUSTERS a sl st to third of first 3ch R Rnd 5: 1dc in each st and 1ch sp
Work 3tr into the same st leaving R Rnd 3: (3ch [counts as 1tr], 2tr to end, working 3dc in each 2ch SHARE YOUR
the last part of each tr unworked cluster) in next st, (2ch, miss corner sp
on the hook. This leaves four loops next st, 3tr cluster in next st) to R Rnd 6: (4ch, miss next st, one sl
on the hook. Yoh, pull through all end, 2ch, join with a sl st to st in next st) to end
four loops to complete third of first 3ch. 36 sts R Fasten off, sew in ends Don’t be shy, we’d love
R Rnd 4: sl st to next 2ch sp, (3ch to see your makes
BUNTING [counts as 1tr], 2tr) in same 2ch CHAIN
PENNANTS sp, * 1ch, 3tr in next 2ch sp, 1ch, R Using 4mm hook and Mint facebook.com
Make ten (two in each colour) (2tr, 1dtr, 2ch, 1dtr, 2tr) in next crochet a ch to desired length. /makeittodaymag
R Using 4mm hook and chosen 2ch sp, (1ch, 3tr in next 2ch sp) Fasten off
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yarn make 6ch, join into a ring twice, rep from * once, 1ch, 3tr /makeittodaymag
with a sl st to form a ring in next 2ch sp, 1ch, (2tr, 1dtr, 2ch, TO MAKE UP
R Rnd 1: 12dc into ring. 12 sts 1dtr, 2tr) in next 2ch sp, 1ch, 3tr Use hook to thread Chain through twitter.com
R Rnd 2: 3ch (counts as 1tr) in first in next 2ch sp, 1ch, join with a sl corners of each Pennant /makeittodaymag
st, (1ch, 1tr) to end, 1 ch, join with st to third of first 3ch. 45sts
Beginner
oin in the fun with our four-part

J
Crochet-Along
Blanket
PROJECT
DESIGNER
Corinne
Bradd
Essential Kit
Welcome to the first part of our very exciting crochet- GRANNY SQUARES
along series! Over the next four issues, Corinne Bradd Make eight
YARN:
will be demonstrating how to create the most R Using 4mm hook and Mocha
beautiful blanket using yarns from your kit. Why don’t make 4ch, join with a sl st into
Mocha, Chocolate, Rosy, a ring
Mint, Snow, Pansy you take this pattern along to your next crochet meet R Rnd 1: 6dc into ring. Six sts
Crochet hook, 4mm and stitch it alongside other members and friends? R Change to Chocolate
From your Crochet Club kit It’s a brilliant project for newbies as it will teach them R Rnd 2: 2dc in each st to end.
the basic skills. However you choose to make the 12 sts
USE YOUR YARN KIT R Change to Mocha
blanket, be sure to share your progress with us, we R Rnd 3: (1dc, 2dc in next st) to
always love to see what you’ve been up to! Now, get end. 18 sts
your hooks at the ready and let’s begin… R Change to Rosy
end. 24 sts
R Change to Mocha
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make the second part of the blanket!
TREBLE 2 TOGETHER
(TR2TOG)
Yoh, insert hook in next st, yoh,
draw through loop, yoh, draw
through first two loops on hook.
Two loops on hook. Yoh, insert
hook in same st, yoh, draw
through loop, yoh, draw through
first two loops on hook. Three
loops on hook. Yoh, draw through
rem loops to complete
MAKE BOBBLE (MB)

Work 5tr in next st, leaving last
part of each tr unworked on hook.
Five loops on hook. Yoh, draw
through all five loops on hook
R Rnd 5: (3ch, 1tr) in next st, * 1ch, sp, join with a sl st to third of R Rows 2-3: 4ch (counts as 1tr, Turn to page 62 for more
miss next st, (tr2tog, 2ch, tr2tog) first 3ch. 40 sts 1ch), (miss next st, 1tr, 1ch) to end crochet know-how
in next st, 1ch, miss next st, R Fasten off R Change to Pansy
tr2tog in next st, 1ch, miss next R Row 4: rep Row 1
st, tr2tog in next st, rep from TO MAKE UP R Change to Mocha
twice, 1ch, miss next st, (tr2tog, Dampen and pin to a blocking R Row 5: (7dc, mb) to end SHARE YOUR
2ch, tr2tog) in next st, 1ch, miss board. When dry, sew Granny R Change to Pansy
next st, tr2tog in next st, 1ch, Squares into a strip of eight R Row 6: rep Row 1
miss next st, join with a sl st to R Change to Snow
third of first 3ch. 16 2tr cl made EDGING R Row 7: rep Row 2 Don’t be shy, we’d love
R Change to Mint Make two R Change to Rosy to see your makes
R Rnd 6: (3ch, 1tr) in next 1ch sp, R Using 4mm hook and Snow, R Row 8: rep Row 1
1ch, 2tr in next 1ch sp, 1ch, * (2tr, join to first st at top-right R Fasten off facebook.com
1ch, 2tr, 1ch) in next 2ch corner of blanket /makeittodaymag
sp, (2tr, 1ch) in each of next R Row 1: 1dc in each st and ch sp instagram.com
three 1ch sps, rep from * twice, to end /makeittodaymag
(2tr, 1ch, 2tr, 1ch) in next 2ch R Work in foll one-row stripe
corner sp, (2tr, 1ch) in next 1ch sequence: Rosy, Mocha twitter.com
/makeittodaymag
Intermediate
C lu b Extra
Crochet
Essential Kit
Cosy YARN:
Cygnet Chunky, shade 967
Graphite, 7 (7, 8, 8, 8)
Shrug
100g balls
R Next rnd: 2ch (counts as 1dc),
Crochet hook, 6mm 1dc in each st to end, sl st in
Tapestry needle first dc
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES: R Using diagram as a guide, fold
Size (approx): XS (S, M, L, XL) square in half with RS facing
outwards and join side seams
To fit chest (cm): 71-76 (81-86,
Crochet yourself this 91.5-96.5, 101.5-106.5, 111.5-117)
from points A to B leaving
approximately 15 (16.5, 18, 20,
simple and stylish wrap Back neck to waist (cm):

42 (43, 43.5, 44.5, 46)
23) cm for armhole
COLLAR
If you can make a granny square, you can Length to back neck (cm): R Turn right way out and rejoin
93 (98, 103, 108, 113) yarn at one of the seams
create this project from Cygnet – you are
TENSION: R Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as 1tr), tr in
effectively working a giant-sized version then each st to end, sl st in top of
9 sts x 6 rows
folding it up to turn it into a big and beautiful beg 3ch
10cm x 10cm
shrug. It’s made in chunky yarn so will grow R Rnds 2-4: as Rnd 1
Over edging pattern R Rnd 5: 2ch (counts as 1dc), dc
really quickly. For a more fitted style around
6mm hook in each st to end, sl st in top of
the body, just sew longer underarm seams. beg 2ch
We love the on-trend grey, but feel free to R Fasten off
experiment with bright shades and stripes!
SLEEVE CUFFS
SHRUG R Rejoin yarn at seam and work
BODY as for Collar
R Using 6mm hook, make 4ch,
R Weave in ends
join with a sl st to form ring 3ch
(counts as 1tr), 2tr into ring, 2ch,
* 3tr into ring, 2ch, rep from *
twice more, sl st in top of
beg 3ch Crochet shop
R Rnd 2: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 2tr in Cygnet Chunky is an
same ch sp, 1ch, [3tr, 2ch, 3tr, acrylic yarn that works
1ch] three times, 3tr, 2ch, sl st in to a standard chunky
top of beg 3ch weight tension. It can
R Cont as set working 1ch be machine washed
between clusters of 3tr and so is ideal for
working 2ch at corners until everyday wear.
square meas 85 (90, 95, 100, cygnetyarns.com
105) cm
Crochet diagram (after folding)
Fold line
A A
B B
Top Tip: For a lighter
weight garment you
could use a 4mm
hook and DK yarn,
then just work to the
measurements given
Beginner
C lu b Extra
Crochet
Crested Essential Kit

YARN:
RIBBING WITHOUT
BUTTONHOLES
R Foundation Row: Ch 4
R Row 1: Sk first sc, sc in each ch,
Cowl
Wool and The Gang turn. (3 sts)
Crazy Sexy Wool, R Rows 2-28: Ch 1, sc in each
Cameo Rose (36) x 2 sc, turn
R Fasten off
PLUS:
Crochet hook, 19mm RIBBING WITH
Keep out the chill with Four buttons, 4cm
Sewing thread
BUTTONHOLES
R Foundation Row: Ch 4.
this sumptuously cosy Sewing needle
R Row 1: Sk first sc, sc in each ch,
turn. (3 sts)
neckwear SIZE:
40.75cm x 78.75cm with
R Rows 2-3: Ch 1, sc in each
sc, turn
finished cowl laying flat R Row 4: Ch 1, sc in first sc, ch 1, sk
Corner to corner crochet – also known as C2C next sc, sc in last sc, turn
and ‘graphgans’ – allows you to create to create TENSION: (buttonhole made)
colourful, graphic designs which stitch up fast, Main cowl: 4 tiles measure R Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each sc and
20cm using 19mm hook and ch1sp, turn. (3 sts)
without having to learn complex colourwork Wool and The Gang Crazy R Rows 6-10: Repeat Row 2
techniques. Jess Coppom’s stylish cowl is a Sexy Wool R Rows 11-24: Repeat Rows 4-10
fantastic introduction to this technique because Ribbing: 3 sc width measure twice
it’s nothing more than a rectangle – a mere 104 6.5cm and 6 rows measure R Row 25: Repeat Row 4
R Rows 26-28: Repeat Row 2
C2C tiles to be exact! Basic ribbing and oversized 10cm using 19mm hook and
R Fasten off
wooden buttons complete the look for a richly- Wool and The Gang Crazy
textured and oh-so-squishy result. Sexy Wool COWL PATTERN
STITCH: R Row 1 [RS]: Rose x 1
Double crochet R Row 2 [WS]: Rose x 2
(UK treble crochet) C2C R Row 3: Rose x 3
R Row 4: Rose x 4
R Row 5: Rose x 5
CRESTED BUTTE R Row 6: Rose x 6
COWL R Row 7: Rose x 7
Follow the pattern and graph to R Row 8: Rose x 8
make main cowl piece. When
finished, leave working yarn CORNER
attached in corner. For borders, (increase at beginning of WS
work as described below: rows, decrease at beginning
Using yarn still attached at corner, of RS rows)
work single crochet border along R Row 9 [RS]: Rose x 8
long edge of cowl only, fasten off R Row 10 [WS]: Rose x 8
leaving 76cm tail (note that the R Row 11: Rose x 8
side facing while working this row R Row 12: Rose x 8
is now RS). R Row 13: Rose x 8
With RS facing, attach yarn at
corner of second long edge. CORNER
Work single crochet border (decrease at beginning of
along long edge, fasten off each row)
leaving a 76cm tail. R Row 14 [WS]: Rose x 7
For the ribbing, if you wish to have R Row 15 [RS]: Rose x 6
functioning buttonholes on your R Row 16: Rose x 5
cowl, work one of each of the two R Row 17: Rose x 4
ribbing sections below. If you’d R Row 18: Rose x 3
prefer to avoid the buttonholes R Row 19: Rose x 2
and just sew the buttons on for R Row 20: Rose x 1
aesthetics, make two non-
buttonhole ribbing pieces.
PROJECT
DESIGNER
Jess
Coppom
TO MAKE UP
Lay long side of ribbing next to
short side of cowl, WS facing up.
Use the tails from the borders and
joining stitch to seam. Repeat on
opposite side with second ribbing
piece. Use a sewing needle and
thread to attach buttons to
non-buttonhole piece of ribbing.
Weave in any remaining ends.
Top Tip: If you’d like

to use a slightly
different gauge yarn,
just work a C2C
rectangle until the
dimensions are
approximately
40.75cm x 66cm.
Experiment with the
number of stitches
and rows of a basic
single crochet
ribbing to meet
the approximate
dimensions of
6cm x 40.75cm
Get The Book

Find more stylish projects in
Corner To Corner Crochet by
Jess Coppom (Sew and So,
£12.99), sewandso.co.uk
Intermediate
C lu b Extra
Crochet
Essential Kit R Flamingo for 2 rounds
Neon
R Slate for 2 rounds
R Gooseberry for 2 rounds
YARN: R Slate for 2 rounds
Rowan Handknit Cotton DK: R Bleached for 2 rounds
Flamingo 368 (A) x 2, R Slate for 1 round
Gooseberry 219 (C) x 2, R Flamingo for 1 round
Lights
Bleached 263 (D) x 2, Slate R Fasten off.
347 (B) x 5
TO MAKE UP
PLUS: Weave in all ends and block as
Crochet hook, 4.5mm desired to neaten. Place the
Yarn needle granny square WS up and
Work up this vibrant Cushion pad, 66cm square position the cushion pad in the
centre, with the straight edges
cushion cover for a TENSION:
First 3 rounds measure
facing towards the points of the
square. Fold the points of the
spring makeover 9cm square granny square in towards the
centre of the cushion pad and
crochet the four seams together
Throw cushions are a fantastic way to perk using Flamingo, working 1dc in
up a room without having to redecorate, NEON LIGHTS each tr and ch sp.
and Laura Strutt has designed a fab style to R Using a 4.5mm hook and Fasten off and weave in any ends
Flamingo, make a magic ring
really stand out! The Neon Brights cover is R Rnd 1: Ch3 (counts as 1tr), 2tr
created by wrapping an over-sized granny into the ring, *ch2, 3tr into the
square around a cushion pad and is so ring; rep from * twice more, ch2,
simple to make – it would look great on a join with a sl st in 3rd of 3-ch
R Rnd 2: Ch4 (counts as 1tr and
sofa and also works well as a floor cushion. ch1), *(3tr, ch2, 3tr) in next 2-ch
Top Tip: Securing
sp, ch1; rep from * twice more, the cover when the
(3tr, ch2, 2tr) in last 2-ch sp, join bulky cushion is
with a sl st in 3rd of 4-ch
R Rnd 3: Ch3 (counts as 1tr), 2tr in inside is a little
first 1-ch sp, *ch1, (3tr, ch2, 3tr) in awkward, so try
next 2-ch sp, ch1, 3tr in next 1-ch folding and seaming
sp; rep from * twice more, ch1,
(3tr, ch2, 3tr) in last 2-ch sp, ch1, one side before
join with a sl st in 3rd of 3-ch slipping the cushion
R Rnd 4: Join in Slate, ch4 (counts pad inside and
as 1tr and ch1), 3tr in next 1-ch
sp, *ch1, (3tr, ch2, 3tr) in next completing
2-ch sp, ch1, 3tr in next 1-ch sp,
ch1, 3tr in next 1-ch sp; rep from
* twice more, ch1, (3tr, ch2, 3tr)
in next 2-ch sp, ch1, 2tr in last
1-ch sp, join with a sl st in 3rd
of 4-ch
R Cont in patt as set, working 3tr
in each 1-ch sp and (3tr, 2ch, 3tr)
in each 2-ch sp, using foll colour
sequence:
R Slate for 1 round
R Gooseberry for 1 round
R Bleached for 1 round
R Slate for 2 rounds Get The Book
R Flamingo for 1 round Find more vibrant home makes
R Slate for 2 rounds in Modern Crocheted Blankets,
R Gooseberry for 1 round Throws & Cushions by Laura
R Slate for 2 rounds Strutt (CICO Books, £12.99),
R Bleached for 1 round rylandpeters.com
“Solid colours
like these make
a great striped
effect, but try
working in
variegated yarns for a
more unique finish”
LAURA STRUTT, DESIGNER
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Essential Kit SPRING THROW

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R Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as 1 tr), 1
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R Rows 8–70: Repeat row 2
except for the first row after
the following: 7 tr, skip 2 tr, 1 tr in each of every colour change, when you
COTTON DK YARN: R Multiple: 18 sts + 1, plus 2 for next 7 tr**, [1 tr, ch 3, 1 tr] in should repeat row 7.
Yellow (476m); Aqua (416m); foundation chain. ch-3 sp; repeat from * to last R Fasten off and weave in ends.
Off-white (179m) R Foundation chain: Ch 144 + 1 + 17 sts and then from * to **
Crochet hook, 4mm 2 (or adapt to desired width of once more, 2 tr in last st. COLOUR SEQUENCE
blanket). R Rows 3–6: Repeat row 2. R Foundation chain: Yellow
SIZE: R Row 1: Skip first 2 ch from hook R Row 7: 1 standing BLtr (or ch R Rows 1–6: Yellow (6 rows)
Finished size (counts as 1 tr), 1 tr in next ch, *1 2) and 1 BLtr in first tr, *1 BLtr in R Rows 7–8: Off-white (2 rows)
85cm x 100cm tr in each of next 7 ch, skip 3 ch, each of next 7 tr, skip 2 tr, 1 R Rows 9–14: Aqua (6 rows)
1 tr in each of next 7 ch**, [1 tr, ch BLtr in each of next 7 tr**, [1 R Rows 15–16: Off-white (2 rows)
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to last 18 ch and then from * to from * to last 17 sts and then R Rows 23–70: Repeat colour
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YARN:
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Toppers
Chocolate, Pansy Magic your yarn remnants into a Sta
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Crochet hook, 4mm
riot of pretty blooms for projects
PLUS:
Yarn: lime, yellow 1ch, 14dc into ring, join with petals made. Fasten off Snow,
Buttons a sl st to first st. 14 sts join Pansy to any 2ch sp.
R Change to Mocha. R Rnd 2: (2ch [counts as 1htr],
USE YOUR YARN KIT R Rnd 1: 1ch, 1dc in each st to end, 3htr) in same 2ch sp, 4htr in
join with a sl st to first ch. each 2ch sp to end, join with
Change to Mint. a sl st to second of first 2ch.
R Rnd 2: * 1ch, (1tr, 1dtr) in next st, Fasten off, weave in ends
flower
1ch, (1dtr, 1tr, one sl st) in next st, Sun
rep from * to end, join with a BIG DAISY
sl st to first ch. Seven petals R Using 4mm hook and Lime
made. Fasten off, weave make 8ch, join with a sl st to
in ends first ch to form a ring
R Rnd 1: (9ch, 1dc) into ring
BLOSSOM eleven times, join with a sl st to
R Using 4mm hook and Snow first ch. eleven petals made
DAFFODIL make a magic ring, work 1ch, R Fasten off, weave in ends
TRUMPET 10dc into ring, join with a sl st
R Using 4mm hook and Rosy to first st. Ten sts LITTLE DAISY
make a magic ring, work 2ch, R Change to Rosy. R Using 4mm hook and Mint Daffodil
8htr into ring, join with a sl st to R Rnd 1: 1ch, * (1tr, 1dtr, 1tr) in next make 6ch, join with a sl st to
second of first 2ch. Eight sts st, one sl st in next st, rep from * first ch to form a ring
R Rnd 1: 1ch, working in back to end, join with a sl st to first R Rnd 1: (6ch, 1dc) into ring eight
loops only 1dc in each st to end, ch. Fasten off, weave in ends times, join with a sl st to first ch.
join with a sl st to first ch Eight petals made
R Rnd 2: (3ch, 1tr) in next st, (1tr, STAR FLOWER R Fasten off, weave in ends
2tr in next st) three times, 1tr, join R Using 4mm hook and Rosy
ssom
Blo
with a sl st to third of first 3ch. make 8ch, join with a sl st to
Daisy
12 sts
R Fasten off
first ch to form a ring.
R Rnd 1: 2ch, tr2tog into ring,
Big
draw hook through all three
PETALS loops, 4ch, (tr3tog, 4ch) into
R Using 4mm hook and Snow ring five times, join with a sl st i rc l e F l o we
make 12ch, join with a sl st to to first tr2tog. Six petals made. C
r
first ch to form a ring R Fasten off Rosy, join Mocha to

R Rnd 1: (3ch, 1dtr, 1trtr, 1dtr, 2ch, any 4ch sp.
1dc) into ring six times. Six R Rnd 2: (1dc, 4tr, 1dc) in each
tle Daisy
petals made. Fasten off 4ch sp to end, join with a sl st to Lit
first st. Fasten off, weave in ends
TO MAKE UP
Fit trumpet inside petals and sew CIRCLE FLOWER
in place. Sew button inside centre R Make two
of trumpet R Using 4mm hook and Pansy PROJECT
make 8ch, join with a sl st to DESIGNER
SUNFLOWER first ch to form a ring. Lucinda
Make two R Rnd 1: 2ch, 1tr into ring, 2ch,
R Using 4mm hook and (tr2tog, 2ch) into ring five times,
Ganderton
Chocolate make a magic ring, join with a sl st to first tr. Six
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A B B R E V I AT I O N S
alt alternate
Follow these illustrated guides approx approximately
to get to grips with crochet beg

bet
beginning
between
ch chain stitch
ch sp chain space
TO H AV E A N D TO H O L D COUNTING, ONE, cont continue(ing)
The two basic ways of holding a crochet hook T WO, T H R E E . . .
are in the knife or pencil position. Depending dc double crochet
on which one is most comfortable for you, hold dc2tog double crochet two together
the hook as if you’re eating your tea with a knife dec decrease(ing)
or writing a card. If neither works, find a way Whether you’re
counting chains or dtr double treble crochet
that suits you and your style of crocheting – just
make sure your tension stays even. stitches, always foll following
remember the first htr half treble crochet
pencil slip knot doesn’t inc increase (ing)
count and neither
meas measure(s)
does your working
loop (the one on pm place marker
your hook). prev previous
rem remain(ing)
rep repeat(ing)
rm remove marker
rnd(s) round(s)
RS right side
sl st slip stitch
knife
sm slip marker
sp(s) space(s)
st(s) stitch(es)
tog together
When counting short stitches (e.g. tr treble crochet
double crochet), the easiest way is to WS wrong side
count the plaited ‘V’ shapes at the top.
yoh yarn over hook
* repeat instructions following
Use your opposite hand to hold your yarn the asterisk as many times
creating a standard tension across your work. as instructed
To do this, wrap the yarn around your index ()[] work instructions inside
and little finger and hold your work between
the brackets as many times
your middle finger and thumb, just beneath
the crochet hook. as instructed
For taller stitches, the best way is to
Use a mirror to reverse the how-to
count the upright ‘stems’ – there is one
illustrations for left-handed crocheting
for each stitch you make.
CHAIN (CH) S L I P ST I TC H ( S L ST )
Before you learn any other crochet The slip stitch is ideal for joining one part of crochet to another
technique, you’ll need to master the
chain stitch. When repeated, it forms
your foundation chain
1 Insert hook into second chain from the 2 Wrap yarn around hook and pull yarn
hook (or as indicated in the pattern you are through both loops. The loop on the hook
1 Make a slip knot and put it on the neck using). Two loops on the hook. does not count as a chain.
of the hook – don’t pull it too tight or it
will be difficult to stitch with. Coming
from behind, wrap the yarn around the M AG I C R I N G DOUBLE CROCHET (DC)
hook from right to left, across the ‘neck’. The magic ring is an easy way of This is one of the main stitches in crochet.
beginning to work in the round. It is often Once you’ve mastered it, the world really is
used when making amigurumi toys your (crochet) oyster!
2 Catch the yarn and use the hook to

pull it down through the slip knot. You
have now made one chain (ch).
Continue to make more chains, as 1 Make a large loop by putting the yarn 1 Insert hook through both strands of
directed in the pattern. tail behind the working yarn. next stitch.
DOUBLE CROCHET
T WO TO G E T H E R
( D C 2 TO G )
The double crochet decrease appears
in patterns as dc2tog, but the number
can change according to how many
stitches you are crocheting together
2 With your hook, draw the working yarn 2 Yarn over hook and draw back through
through the loop, so you have one loop work. Two loops of yarn on hook.
on the hook.
1 Insert hook through next stitch, yarn 3 Yarn over hook again and draw
3 Make three chain stitches (counts as first through both loops.
over hook, draw back through work.
treble), work a treble into the loop,
Two loops on hook. Insert hook into
crocheting over the tail.
next stitch, yarn over hook, draw back
through. Three loops on hook. JOINING IN YARN
(USING DC)
4 Continue to work as many stitches as Work through the stitch until the final step
needed into the loop. Once finished, (leaving two loops on the hook). Wrap the
2 Yarn over hook, draw through all untwist the tail if necessary and then pull new yarn around the hook and draw through
three loops. One loop on hook. to close the loop. the two loops. Continue to work in new yarn.
HALF TREBLE (HTR) TREBLE (TR)
The half treble is very similar to the double crochet, except for the Treble crochet is slightly taller
extra ‘yarn over hook’ (yoh) before each stitch is started. than half treble crochet but is
made in a similar way
(You will need a turning chain of Yarn over hook and draw Yarn over hook and draw
two sts.) Yarn over hook and insert back through work. Three loops through all three loops. (You will need a turning chain
through stitch. on hook. of three stitches). Yarn over
hook. Insert hook through stitch.
DOUBLE TREBLE TREBLE TWO TOGETHER (TR2TOG)

This is similar to double crochet decrease, but with treble
stitches – again, the number can change.
Yarn over hook and draw back

(You will need a chain of five through work. Three loops on hook.
stitches). Wrap yarn twice
around hook, inserting hook Yarn over hook. Insert hook draw through work. Four loops
through the stitch. through stitch. Yarn over hook on hook. Yarn over hook and
and draw back through work. draw through two loops. Three
Three loops on hook. Yarn over loops on hook.
hook and draw through first two Yarn over hook and draw
loops. Two loops on hook. Yarn through all three loops on the
over hook and insert though hook. One loop on the hook.
next stitch, yarn over hook and
Yarn over hook and draw
through first two loops. Two
loops on hook.
Yarn over hook and draw PRACTICAL POINTERS
back through the work. Four For a selection of videos covering crochet
loops on hook.
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Yarn over hook and draw through
all loops. One loop on hook.
Yarn over hook and draw MAKING A FIVE-STITCH BOBBLE

through first two loops.
Three loops on hook.
CARE GUIDELINES
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With wrong side of work facing, hook, draw through all six loops. your kit yarn by hand to keep it
Repeat for next two loops create five incomplete stitches Yarn over hook, draw through soft and prevent shrinkage. Why
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again for last two loops stitch on the crochet hook (six through to the right side of fibre-care solution available in five
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We sit down for a chat with designer
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What is your earliest crochet memory? and decided to try and bring it to life from a elastomer rubber handles, and have saved my
I remember crocheting an amigurumi pig and sketch. From there, we kept working on more hands, particularly when I work with the tiny
bunny for myself, plus a cat for my younger and more original designs, and soon 2mm hook for my amigurumi!
sister when I was ten years old. She produced crocheters around the world were using them
it during her maid-of-honour speech at my to create their own amigurumi! It was What is your creative space like?
wedding – as you can imagine, I was moved incredible seeing other people’s takes on our My workspace has yarn in various places: on
to tears! I also tried my hand at crocheting patterns with their own special touches. my shelf, on my desk, and in boxes on the floor!
multiple afghans as a young girl, but I never I have a shelf to display all my amigurumi, and
ended up finishing any. Which of your designs I also have a cosy chair in the corner where I
are your favourites? work on my designs. I like to crochet and knit
What do you enjoy most The Chinese New Year amigurumi will always all around my house, particularly on my sofa
about this technique? hold a special place in our hearts as it has and on my bed. I’ll frequently bring projects
I love being able to create anything I want with been our tradition to design a new zodiac with me in the car or in the backyard too!
crochet, from cardigans and baskets to hats animal every year. The Dragon became very
and amigurumi. It allows me to express my popular, and most recently our Dogs received What are your top crocheting tips?
creativity and bring designs that I’ve dreamed a lot of attention as we used brush crochet, For first-timers I recommend finding a project
up to life. fuzzing up the yarn with a dog slicker brush to you love, so that you'll be inspired to learn the
create a realistic fur effect. 2019 is the necessary techniques and actually finish it! If
We love your patterns Year of the Pig, so we'll be you want to improve your skills, try challenging
– what inspired you to working on a special yourself with designs that incorporate different
begin designing and pattern soon. skills such as crochet cabling or colourwork.
selling them? There is such a wide variety of techniques out
When I first started my What crocheting tool there, and that helps to keep it interesting
blog in January 2011, would you be unable – there is always more to learn!
I was working through to live without?
other designers’ I couldn't manage
Quick-Fire questions
patterns and building without my set of What music do you

up my skills. A couple Clover Amour hooks. listen to as you work?
of months later, we They are so I love listening to relaxing
had an idea for a comfortable with their Studio Ghibli music as
Chinese New Year doll ergonomic hooks and I crochet!
Tea or coffee breaks? And
what’s in the biscuit tin?
Definitely tea breaks! I also
love baking, so I’ll frequently
have some home-baked
chocolate chip cookies, banana
bread, and chocolate chip
zucchini muffins nearby.
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